Research Resources – List

HPLC-UV/DAD (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography with UV-Diode Array Detector) is an advanced analytical technique used for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of organic compounds. It effectively separates semi-volatile and non-volatile substances, making it valuable across various fields, including chemistry, biology, and environmental analysis.

MALDI-HRMS (Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization High-Resolution Mass Spectrometry) is a powerful analytical technique combining high-resolution mass spectrometry with a MALDI source. It enables the ionization of thermolabile molecules and facilitates the identification and quantification of organic compounds in complex matrices, making it ideal for various applications including mass imaging spectrometry (MSI).

Polarimetry is a technique used for the chemical analysis of organic compounds, particularly those that are optically active. By measuring the rotation of polarized light as it passes through a solution containing the solute, polarimetry provides qualitative and quantitative information about the substance being analyzed. The degree of rotation is influenced by the nature of the optically active species, the wavelength of light, and the length of the light path in the solution.

X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS) is a powerful, non-destructive analytical technique that provides detailed information about the chemical and electronic properties of elements present in the surface layers of materials (20-30 Å). By analyzing the kinetic energies of photoelectrons emitted upon X-ray excitation, XPS allows for the identification and quantification of elements, as well as insights into their oxidation states and chemical environments. The ProvenX-NAP System enhances traditional XPS capabilities by enabling analysis under Near Ambient Pressure (NAP) conditions, facilitating the study of surfaces in more realistic environments.

X-ray diffraction (XRD) is a non-destructive analytical technique used to identify and quantify the crystalline phases in solid materials. By analyzing the diffractograms produced when X-rays interact with crystalline structures, researchers can derive critical information about the material’s structure, composition, and properties. The Bruker D8-DISCOVER and D8-ADVANCE systems enable advanced analyses, including temperature variations, residual stress measurements, and crystallinity assessments, making XRD essential in materials science, geology, and engineering.

Raman-FTIR microscopy combines Raman spectroscopy and infrared spectroscopy to provide detailed chemical and structural information about various materials without the need for sample preparation. Using the Renishaw InVia microscope, this technique enables the analysis of organic and inorganic substances, revealing spatial distributions, layer thicknesses, and crystallinity. It facilitates a broad range of applications, from pharmaceuticals to materials science, allowing for dynamic studies and the identification of unknown materials.

The Zetasizer Ultra from Malvern Panalytical is an advanced analytical instrument for measuring size distribution and zeta potential of suspended particles and large molecules in liquid media. This versatile equipment allows for precise analysis while varying temperature, facilitating reproducible results. It is essential for characterizing nanomaterials, formulating paints and coatings, and ensuring the stability and quality of food and pharmaceutical products.

The Agilent 5500 Atomic Force Microscope (AFM) is a versatile tool for creating three-dimensional topographic maps of materials at nanometric and atomic resolutions. It operates in both contact and tapping modes, allowing for comprehensive surface characterization of a wide range of materials, including insulators, conductors, and biological samples. The AFM can also perform various measurements such as electrical conductivity, magnetic domain mapping, and nanohardness, making it essential for research in materials science, biology, and nanotechnology.

The Nikon TE 2000E Scanning Confocal Microscope is an advanced inverted optical microscope designed to capture high-resolution three-dimensional images of biological and material samples using fluorescence signals. It eliminates out-of-focus fluorescence, enabling detailed optical sectioning and volumetric analysis. Equipped with multiple excitation lasers and detection channels, this microscope is essential for colocalization studies, live cell imaging, and materials science applications, providing insights into cellular dynamics, surface properties, and more.

The Scios 2 High-Resolution Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM-FIB) by FEI is a cutting-edge instrument that integrates a focused ion beam (FIB) and an electron beam to produce ultra-high resolution images and facilitate precise sample preparation for transmission electron microscopy. It features advanced detectors for compositional and material contrast, enabling in-depth morphological and chemical analysis of various materials, including magnetic and insulating specimens. With capabilities for 3D characterization and nanostructure fabrication, the Scios 2 is a versatile tool for nanotechnology research and material science applications.

The Quanta 600 Environmental Scanning Electron Microscope (ESEM) from FEI enables high-resolution imaging (3 nm) and analysis of materials at the micro and nanometer scale. It allows for the study of both conductive and non-conductive specimens under various pressure conditions (10⁻⁵ to 26 mbar) and temperatures (-20 °C to 1500 °C). ESEM provides morphological and topographical observations, energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) for elemental composition analysis, and dynamic experiments including humidity and temperature cycles, making it versatile for various applications in materials science, biomedical research, and quality control.

The JEOL F200 is a cutting-edge Transmission Electron Microscope (TEM) designed for atomic resolution imaging and analysis across various fields, including materials science and life sciences. With advanced features such as a cold field emission gun, multiple detector configurations, and high-speed imaging capabilities, the F200 facilitates detailed characterization of nanostructured materials, 2D materials, and biological samples. Its flexible design supports in-situ experiments under varying conditions, making it a versatile tool for researchers.

Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) is a technique that uses an electron beam to study the morphology, crystallinity, and chemical composition of materials at the micro and nanoscale. It provides high-resolution images (0.2 nm) and allows detailed analysis of biological and nanostructured materials, such as proteins, nanoparticles, and thin films.

Research and data management software for open science. OSF is a free, open platform to support your research and enable collaboration. OSF Institutions enhances transparency and increases the visibility of research outputs, accelerating discovery and reuse. Institutional members focus on generating and sharing research, and let OSF Institutions handle the infrastructure.

European Infrastructure for Biological Data

Czech National Infrastructure for Biological Data

The CCCA is a contact point for researchers, politicians, the media, and the public for all questions concerning climate research in Austria. Thus, the CCCA promotes a sustainable climate dialog. The term “climate research” encompasses the scientific examination of climate change, its physical, political, economic, cultural and social causes, the consequences of climate change for society, the economy and the environment, climate mitigation and adaptation strategies and identification of vulnerabilities and capacities.

The UniNEtZ partner institutions take on so-called (co-)sponsorships for the SDGs. A sponsorship means that the institution coordinates and compiles all knowledge and activities throughout Austria on the respective SDG. Participation describes the content-related collaboration on a specific SDG. Through these intensive collaborations and professional engagement with the SDGs, all contributions are collected, critically examined and coordinated with each other in order to work on the development of an options paper in the period 2019-2021. This is intended to support the Austrian government in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals.

The Austrian-African Research Network Africa-UniNet was initiated to create a long-term, stable basis for cooperation between Austrian and African universities and research institutions. It intends to promote new contacts, deepen scientific cooperation and provide excellent opportunities for innovative joint research projects.

DANS is the Dutch national centre of expertise and repository for research data. We help researchers make their data available for reuse. This allows researchers to use the data for new research and makes published research verifiable and reproducible. With more than 180,000 datasets and a staff of 60, DANS is one of the leading repositories in Europe.

The Scientific and Technical Resources Service (SRCiT) provides technical support to the research, development and transfer activity that takes place at the URV and also to the companies and institutions.

This is a state-of-the-art project that makes analysis protocols available to the scientific community and professionals using the most advanced infrastructures in the field of mass spectrometry. These are three state-of-the-art high-resolution mass spectrometers, which allow the detection, confirmation of organic compounds and the analysis of unknowns in different types of samples. Fields of application range from metabolomics to the environment and industry. The three technologies that the HRMS CATSUD-URV Platform incorporates are: GC-HRMS (Exactive GC is a high-resolution system consisting of a mass spectrometer and a gas chromatograph); UHPLC-HRMS (Orbitrap ID-X Mass Spectrometer ™ Tribrid ™ is an integrated mass spectrometer consisting of the combination of three mass analyzers (quadrupole, a double cell ion trap and the Orbitrap) with dual fragmentation techniques (CID and HCD), coupled to the Vanquish high-resolution liquid chromatograph Flex UHPLC, for very sensitive and ultra-high resolution MSn analysis); MALDI-HRMS (Exploris 120 Mass Spectrometer from Thermo Scientific with a Spectroglyph MALDI source, combines a high-resolution mass analyzer for accurate mass detection, coupled to a matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization source (MALDI))

This is an innovative project that aims to provide the scientific community and professionals with advanced infrastructures for work and analysis at the nanometer or lower scale. The Platform uses two high-resolution electron microscopy equipment that are integrated into the Microscopy and Nanometric Techniques Area. The two technologies that make up the CATSUD-URV Nanotechnology Platform are: High-resolution scanning electron microscope (FESEM-FIB) and FETEM – Transmission Electron Microscope of atomic resolution.

Development, testing of biological effectiveness and registration (commercial use) of synthetic phytohormone derivatives (alone or in a mixture with fertilizers). We are equipped with the following mechanization: plot drill machine, combine harvesters, mechanization for fertilizing and spraying the plots, laboratory for seed and plants preparation. The cultivated area is 5 ha and we have experienced staff for verifying the biological activity of substances in field experiments on wheat, barley, corn, canola and other crops

The Necropsy room is equipped with a big necroscopic table (cm 248×129) provided with an elevator system and four small necroscopic tables (cm 130×50). All tables comply with biosafety and biosecurity standard. A refrigerated room (+2°C) cm 281x108x235 and a freezing room (- 20°C) cm 281x108x235 allow storage of large amount of material. The room is equipped with four sinks for washing and disinfection of tools utilized for necropsy activities and an aluminum cabinet allows their preservation. All the procedures are carried out in compliance with the biosafety and biosecurity rules. A laboratory hood allows the storage and processing in complete biosafety of the tissues taken during the necropsy for the execution of collateral examinations (histological, bacteriological, toxicological examination).

Share Journals is the platform for the management and publication of open access scientific journals on behalf of the SHARE Interuniversity Consortium. Share Journals has been created by the University of Naples “Federico II “- Centre for Libraries. Since 2015 hosts the research publications of the Universities participating in the SHARE alliance, which involves the collaboration of 11 Universities of Southern Italy. Research publications are submitted to a double – blind peer – review process and are published in Italian and in English.

The IT platform is employed to publish and disseminate e-book series in Open Access. Share Books has been created by the University of Naples “Federico II “- Centre for Libraries. Since 2015 hosts the research publications of the Universities participating in the SHARE alliance, which involves the collaboration of 11 Universities of Southern Italy. Research publications are submitted to a double – blind peer – review process and are published in Italian and in English. The University of Naples Federico II owns a digital publishing brand, FedOA Press.